Drivetime

Nationalising the Reserve Bank

Following Stats SA's announcement that the country's economy has shrank by 3.2 percent in the first quarter of this year, the ANC's secretary general said the party has resolved to broaden the mandate of the Reserve Bank. So how will the broadening of the Bank help create employment.? On line…

7 Jun 2019 10AM 8 min

Into the future: ANC socio-economic policies

Following the ANC's election victory in May, expectations are high from the public on the prospects of the economy. The party is under pressure to transform the ailing economy and create jobs. Distinguished professor and chair of in Development Economics at Wits University Vishnu Padayache looks at the evolution of…

6 Jun 2019 10AM 7 min

Hamas reaches ceasefire with Israel

Palestinian officials say a ceasefire has been reached with Israel to end a surge of bombings in the Gaza Strip by the Israeli army that has led to the deaths of 25 Palestinians and four Israelis. On line from Palestine is Palestinian journalist and former Princeton journalism professor Daoud Khuttab…

6 May 2019 11AM 15 min

South Africa reiterates its support for Saharawi

The South African government has reiterated its strong support for the United Nations Mission for a referendum in Western Sahara. The Western Sahara and Palestine still remain the only countries fighting for a mandate to gain its sovereignty. On line is Special Advisor to International Relations Minister Zain Dangor.

6 May 2019 10AM 15 min

Book Review: Islamic Dawah at the Cape during the Dutch and British colonial period of 1652-1842

Welcome to Free Book Friday and today we review “Islamic Dawah at the Cape during the Dutch and British colonial period of 1652-1842. The book is authored by South African historian Ebrahim Rhoda.

3 May 2019 11AM 14 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back with our weekly Media Hit Parade. This will be the last for the show before Drive time hibernates for Ramadaan. On line is Acumen Media co-founder and Director Tonya Khoury

3 May 2019 10AM 9 min

Middle class battle to find political home is SA

South Africa's black middle class is growing numerically and politically. But does it see the world differently from others. Does this translate into vote behavior? These questions require close considerations because the black class is critical when it comes to choosing its political home. On line is Head, School of…

2 May 2019 10AM 10 min

Semenya loses appeal for equal treatment

The Court of Arbitration for sport (CAS) has dismissed South African athlete Caster Semenya's challenge to international athletics regulation which would see her compelled to undergo medical treatment. The panel found that while the new regulation discriminate Semenya, they are not valid. On line is Senior Legal Advisor at Human…

2 May 2019 10AM 11 min

SA marks 25 years of freedom

As the country celebrated Freedom Day on Saturday, the International Peace Colleague of South Africa hosted a symposium during the Ramadhan for All at the Castle. The aim was unpack the challenges that country has faced since the dawn of democracy. DT producer Ibrahim Kangwa Chibwe spoke to Economic Development…

29 Apr 2019 10AM 8 min

Is the ANC set to retake the WC from DA

ANC western cape elections head Ebrahim Rasool says areas that have historically been DA strongholds in the province have opened up for them. Western Cape will be one of the heavily contested areas once the country goes to the polls on May 8. On line is ANC Western Cape election…

29 Apr 2019 10AM 14 min

Media Hit Parade

We are back with our weekly Media Hit Parade where we keep track with all the stories that hitting the mark across the world. On line is Acumen Media Co- founder and Director Tonya Khoury.

26 Apr 2019 11AM 13 min

Freedom Day and reconciliation

South Africa will tomorrow be commemorating freedom day. The day is very significant to the country's history as it marks 25 years since the first democratic elections. But has the country healed and reconciled? On line is Distinguished Professor, Faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University Jonathan Jansen.

26 Apr 2019 10AM 12 min

Cyclone Kenneth heading to kick up a storm

Cyclone Kenneth has formed in the Indian ocean and is strengthening while making its way towards Mozambique. This would be the second storm system to make land fall after Idai. So what is behind this change in climate? On line is South African Weather Service (SAWS) Researcher and Marine Expert…

25 Apr 2019 10AM 10 min

Fire Jiba & Mrwebi says commission

The Mokgoro Commission looking into the fitness to hold office of advocates Nomgcobo Jiba and Lawrence Mrwebi has recommended that the pair be fired. The presidency has not announced its decision yet. On line is Head of Academic Program and Senior Lecturer at Stellenbosch University Dr Zwelinzima Ndevu.

25 Apr 2019 10AM 8 min

Sudan given three months for reform

Sudan's military said it is communicating with all political forces to name a prime minister and form a civilian government. Tensions escalated on Sunday after talks broke down between protesters and the military council. Fore more is Sudanese expert and Medical Doctor for World Health Organisation (WHO) Dr Abdul -…

24 Apr 2019 11AM 18 min

SA consumer confidence takes a dip

South African consumer confidence declined to its lowest level in more than a year in the first quarter as expectations of an economic recovery declines. On line is Senior Economist at Econmetrix Dr Azar Jammine

24 Apr 2019 10AM 16 min

Black Muslim Conference

This past week end, a group of Black Muslims in South Africa made history when they organised the inaugural Black Muslim Conference. The gathering was exclusive to black Muslims aimed at outlining the status of black Muslims in South Africa. On line is Gauteng Shura Council Amir Muhammed Gadimeng

23 Apr 2019 11AM 14 min

World Economic Report

In this week's world economic report, we look at the Stanford University study that shows that global warming has increased inequalities since 1960s. We will also look at the UN Economic Report on Africa that shows Tax reform and digitalisation are critical for Africa's development. Back home, South Africa's bureaucratic…

23 Apr 2019 10AM 17 min

LUF goes to SAHRC for economic rights

Last month the Langeberg Unemployed Forum (LUF) submitted a complaint to the Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) for lack of respect to constitutional and economic rights by the government. On line is spokesperson Xolile Mpindi.

22 Apr 2019 10AM 7 min

Sri Lanka suffers death and destruction

Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday turned into a scene of death and destruction. Churches and luxury hotels were targeted in at least eight coordinated blasts. Hundreds of people were killed, with official figure at 290 confirmed dead. So what does this mean for Sri Lanka, a country still recovering from decades…

22 Apr 2019 10AM 10 min